Plotpoints Podcast Episode 112, 2017.10.08
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Show notes Plotpoints Podcast. October 08, 2017- ep12
Mark Sevi, Shadia Sephernia, Mary Claire Anderson
NOTE: Our discussion on double standards in Hollywood took place before producer Harvey Weinstein was fired.
00:00:00 – Intro#maryclaireanderson
00:00:39 – Host Chat#marksevi #maryclarieanderson #shadiasephernia
Welcome to Ms Shadia! Toby is at podcasting convention to learn how to make us more bettterer. Thanks, Tobe!
00:00:30 – Discussion on Shadia’s new short film with Mary Claire producing.
– Shadia’s YouTube Channel : HERE
– New Media Expert Frank Chindamo coming to OC Screenwriters event. LEARN NOW TO RISE ABOVE THE NOISE and GET NOTICED!
00:00:8:30 – Discussion: Is there a double standard in Hollywood? Discussion on sexual harassment.
Hollywood is a very small town. 00:17:15 – What Are We Watching?Mark Sevi, Mary Claire Anderson, Shadia Sephernia
Mark: #StarTrekDiscovery – new Star Trek series and the older movies
MC: #crazyexgirlfriend #fuckmeraybradbury
Shadia: #atlanta #willandgrace
HALL PASSES TO BE HANDED OUT!
00:25:00 – Mark’s Great Writer/Movie/TV FocusMark Sevi
The incredible Coen Brothers, Joel and Ethan.
#bloodsimple #crimewave #raisingarizona #millerscrossing #bartonfink #hudsuckerproxy #fargo #thebiglebowski #thenakedman #obrotherwhereartthou #themanwhowasntthere #intolerablecruelty #theladykillers #nocountryforoldmen #burnafterreading #aseriousman #truegrit #inside llewlyndavis #unbroken #bridgeofspies #hailcaeser #suburbicon #cormacmcarthy #miseenscene
Discussion MC and Shadia – opening with a villain
00:42:16 – This Week in Television and FilmMary Claire Anderson
Friday Night Lights: #fridaynightlights #momhasgreattaste #cleareyesfullheart #relationshipgold #johncarterfrommars
No Country For Old Men: #coenbrothers
00:46:45 Q&AMark Sevi
(1) How should a script open? Any “rules?” How do you write a great opening? (Thanks, Jamie)
(2) Should I write to market trends?
(3) How do I avoid cliches in my work?
Call (919) Scripts and leave your questions.
00:60:32 – Act IIIMark Sevi
How to write Intros. The Contract With The Audience (copyright Mark Sevi)
#contractwiththeaudience #halloweentown
00:54:30 – Outro
HEY! Tell us what is your favorite Scifi, Romantic Comedy or Comic Book movie? Call (919) Scripts and shout it out to us.
Saying ciao until next time!
Resources: 919-SCRIPTS to leave a message/ask questions. www.plotpoints.com (show blog and more)
Writers Guild Registration – www.wgawregistry.org
U.S. Copyright Office – www.copyright.gov Podcast available on iTunes
All Material copyright (c) Mark Sevi